The Department of Mathematics and Statistics http://www.math.umass.edu invites applications for Visiting Assistant Professor positions (non-tenure track) to start September 1, 2018; one or more appointments may be made as Marshall H. Stone Visiting Assistant Professor, with a reduced teaching load and an enhanced research fund. Candidates should have completed the Ph.D. by the beginning of the appointment. The initial appointment is for one year and is ordinarily renewable for two additional years. Exceptional promise in research and a commitment to outstanding teaching at all levels of the curriculum are expected. The search will encompass the following areas: Algebra and Number Theory, Algebraic Geometry, Analysis and Partial Differential Equations, Applied and Computational Mathematics, Dynamical Systems, Differential Geometry and Topology, Mathematical Physics, Probability, Representation Theory and Lie Theory, and Statistics.

Review of applications will begin on December 20, 2017 and continue until a suitable candidate pool has been identified. To apply, please submit the following required documents electronically through http://www.mathjobs.org/jobs. Please submit: a cover letter, an AMS Standard Cover Sheet, a curriculum vitae, a publication list, a description of research, statement about teaching experience and interests. The applicant must also have at least four letters of recommendation submitted, of which one must address the applicant's effectiveness as a teacher.

Questions about the position should be directed to the chair of the Search Committee, Professor Inanc Baykur baykur@math.umass.edu. For additional information about the application process contact Ms. Christine Mirabal (Head’s Assistant) christine@math.umass.edu.

UMass Amherst, the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system, sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, 90 miles from Boston and 175 miles from New York City. The campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. The scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, is home to five colleges (Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College and the University of Massachusetts). More information about the Department may be found at https://www.math.umass.edu.

The university is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual's record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic degree and career.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Research Statement

Teaching Statement

Publication List

Four Reference Letters (to be submitted by the reference writers at this site )